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Well after about almost 3 weeks with out working out (winter break), I've got my butt back in the gym. But this is my first full week of working out (I work out, m-f on some weeks, and tues-f on others). And it's 7:25pm and I'm starving like no other...

The problem is that about 3 hours ago I had whole bowl (radius of 3 inches, depth of 2 inches) of chicken dumplings, and about 30 minutes ago I had about 2-3 cups of steak... But my gut is growling for more... I'm quite sure I just went through 1,000 calories since about 4pm.

My diet isn't perfect though, but I'll list what I ate today...

Morning 8:30am: 3 whole boiled eggs, 1/2 cup of corned beef... (~500 calories)
Class 10am->3pm (no lunch today, had a lab instead)
Gym: 3pm (Powerbar, right before my workout)
Dinner: 5pm chicken dumplings (some chinese stuff), About 500 calories worth
Late Dinner: 6 (about 400 calories of red meat)
(water through out the day)

Obviously now that I look at that, it's not enough. I'm going to drink a milk protein shake and see how that works... I don't know, what do you guys suggest? My BIGGEST problem right now is that on thursdays I have 6 hours of back to back classes and labs. I'm planning on buying some powerbars
(to keep in my bag), but if anybody knows of a better suggestion please tell me.
 
I should add I'm a guy, 245 lbs - 6'1". The ONLY reason why I'm posting this here is because the mens forum doesn't have a weight loss section... So if this is the wrong place; my bad - but I never liked the 'new' forum layout (just my humble opinion)
 
You really need to get with someone that will get your nutrition and exercise regimen straight. Otherwise you will be messing with this for a long time without seeing what you want.

That person should be a professional (doctor), that does this sort of thing.
 
Am I missing why this person should see a doctor?

If so, please trash this post. Sometimes I read and re-read something and still miss the point :)

I would say you should be eating more than that. And you didn't post your exercise routine so we do not know what that looks like. Here are my 5 tools for proper fat loss:

1) Eat 5-6 small meals throughout the day. Each meal should be 3-4 hours apart. Each meal should contain one protein and one carb. On days that you have loads of classes, grab a protein bar. This is better than not eating anything. Also consider packing some apples and peanut butter, or a cheese stick.


2) Drink lots of water :)


3) Rest properly. This means taking at least 24-48 hours between strength training the same muscles, and it also means getting at least 7-8 hours of sleep per night. Lastly, it means taking 1-2 days off from exercising per week.


4) Cardio. This should be done at different intensity levels and different session lengths. Consider doing a low intensity/long session, a high intensity/short session and a few medium intensity/medium length sessions.


5) Strength Training. Strength train each muscle 1-3 times per week. You should lift a proper weight and perform the proper amount of sets/reps for your strength training method.


All of the above things combined will result in fat loss. Remember that you must eat enough calores to make your body happy. It's possible to still lose fat and not starve yourself or feel hungry. Good luck!
 
I agree with what trainer lynn said. However, I would like to add something about your nutritional intake. I work out a lot and I have found that inorder to keep feeling full I have take in about twice as many carbs as the other food groups.
 
Thanks for everybodies reply; and I should have added that my work out routine is mostly tuesday - friday, an hour to 2 hours, depending on the day and how my muscles feel it's either going to be cardio or weight training. I always make sure to give my muscles at least a 24 hours break. In some cases (such as tomorrow) I know I'm still going to be feeling sore, so it's another cardio day for me.

bmb21 said:
I agree with what trainer lynn said. However, I would like to add something about your nutritional intake. I work out a lot and I have found that inorder to keep feeling full I have take in about twice as many carbs as the other food groups.
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That's the thing, I've cut a lot of carbs out of my diet. Nothing strict; but still kind of low. I'll try adding more carbs on my cardio days, that's when I feel the most 'hungy'.

Thanks again,
Servo
 
I should have added that my work out routine is mostly tuesday - friday, an hour to 2 hours, depending on the day and how my muscles feel it's either going to be cardio or weight training. I always make sure to give my muscles at least a 24 hours break. In some cases (such as tomorrow) I know I'm still going to be feeling sore, so it's another cardio day for me.
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I wouldn't work out over an hour. I would get a schedule that is a definitive plan of action. By that I mean:

Monday: 3 sets of 12 reps for biceps, triceps...blah blah blah
Tuesday: blah blah blah

Insert your rest days. If you are just going by how your muscles feel... then you do not have a plan in place. If you weight trained today and know you will be sore tomorrow... doing cardio is not giving your muscles rest. It is still working them (especially if your legs are sore). That is why a proper plan is paramount.
 
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